#EYorksHour | 25th March | Roundup

This week we took inspiration from one of our #EYorksHour networkers and set a theme to re-introduce participants to one another, whilst learning a bit more about what they do as a business, charity or hobby. Using the hashtag #ShowandTell we gave networkers three points of action; tell us, show us and interact with each other. 

As it was a different theme to previous weeks, we’ve decided to share the tweets of networkers introducing themselves to the group, in case you missed them and would benefit from connecting. 

(Please note that note that the #EYorksHour blog doesn’t usually list tweets in this way and is a one off to #ShowandTell the fantastic networkers). 

Show and Tell: 

@Murrayhills : We are #solicitors in #bridlington #beverley & #hull for #conveyancing #wills #familyLaw #probate

@emilys_events : We are a community group who fundraise for charity with a bit of this:

@TaheraMayat : I'm @BradUniEcon 2013 graduate, do social media for @HarrisonMannUK & @BradfordBikeHub plus it's my birthday today!

@NYImagesukLtd : I’m Debbie from @NYImagesukLtd Photography a hobby as well as a job, B2B and personal shoots

@RyedaleCS : I'm Nigel...I own Ryedale Compliance Services Ltd...a #Legionella control consultancy based in Malton #HealthandSafety

@SwannAutomotive : We’re a car repair & car sales garage & also a #GoodGarageScheme member. http://www.swannautomotive.co.uk 

@Vintage_Country : We up cycle vintage furniture & run classes too: 

@DMP_Surveying : We are chartered building surveyors with offices in Woodmansey & Grimsby. Enjoy helping solve property problems

@gartons_yorks : We sell #chalkpaint to #upcycle #vintage furniture & run classes too:

@EYtraining : We love to #Showandtell teaching drivers #Safe and #Eco driving practices

@AngelicAngelsJo : We find twitter excellent for #ShowandTell helping us inform parents about our nanny service plus network with local biz

@BessingbyHC : We are 4 star self catering cottages in Bessingby close to Bridlington. 

@royalhotelbrid : We bring valuable out of season business to #Bridlington by offering what people want at very reasonable rates. We offer #selfcatering too  http://www.daisychainholidays.co.uk 

@theacorngallery : We met in 1986, married in 1990 and discovered art in 2003... Read our story here :) http://www.theacorngallery.co.uk/a1-gallery2.asp?roomID=4185 …

@MartinHouseCH :Your local hospice providing support for children with life-limiting illnesses, and their families, across East Yorks

We also asked networkers to let the newbies know how #EYorksHour can help them and why they should come back next week? This is what they said: 

#EYorksHour is great fun hour that will allow you to talk to wonderful people and get yourself out there! 

We have made some great connections and met some lovely people so get involved #EYorksHour 

#EYorksHour should be a staple networking hour in everyone's diary!There are fab people & great networking to be had, hosted by @EYorksHour :)

There are some great networkers! We tweet one another through the week now too :-) #Eyorkshour

@EYorksHour has helped me to connect with great local businesses whilst sat in the comfort of my own home ;)) #EYorksHour

You will get great new contacts and talk with wonderful people and learn lots about what`s going on in EY definitely a must!

This is only the second week @NYImagesukLtd have networked, your hour is one of the best, lots of interaction & friendly

We are fairly new to #EYorksHour but enjoy it,talking to other businesses &last week found a business to help us with a banner & one of our members of staff also ordered from @whistle_bells due to #EYorksHour too. 

Highlights:

In other news, @Murrayhills shared a blog entry about their London Marathon runners who are raising funds for Contact Family. http://murrayhillsbridlington.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/london-marathon.html?m=1%C2%A0…

Also @RavenscarMovie are developing a feature film and are looking for local businesses to work with http://ravenscarmovie.com/ 

@bridlingtonpark gave us an exclusive insight into Bridlington Park by announcing the news that their Meerkats have had babies!

Interesting facts:

Did you know that Nigel Sutherland aka @RyedaleCS not only owns Ryedale Compliance Services, he also runs @ryedalehour and best of all, he is a member of the Yorkshire Imperial Band too! You can watch him in action here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XwCJ07feRc&list=UUGA4Ow28NGRDAz9_b-IlCuQ … 

Photo moments:

We encouraged networkers to #showus with images, links and testimonials, which means that we have lots more photo moments to share too!

Here’s Rudolf from @bridlingtonpark, he’s a little tinker very playful and lots of fun! 

Merlin is a European Eagle Owl, aged 15 and also homed at @bridlingtonpark too.

@kickstartTYACS Help people like Emily here (the reason they started) 

to give them a #kickstart.

@SwannAutomotive ’s external signage 

displays some of the services that they provide:

@SwannAutomotive also have fun with their #restoration projects 

like this #MG #PB #Brooklands 1936 - which we love!

@Murrayhills received a lovely card from a thoughtful customer who wrote “outstanding and very professional" inside. 

Upcoming events:

@ManarInfo are hosting a networking event on 2nd April at Lazaats in Cottingham between 10.30am until 1pm with a free lunch too! Send them a tweet to book. 

@Eastridingmedia are holding an evening class on 8th April to train for a BTEC Award in Social Networking for Business. 

On Wednesday 16th April @cottinghamparks are teaming up with @ArtmarketUK for a Wine Tasting and Art Display. Contact @cottinghamparks for further info.

@emilys_events presents Swish Shimmer and Shine on Thursday 1st May at Lazaat. Buy your tickets and further information:https://www.facebook.com/EmilysCharityEvents  

Tickets are now on sale for @bridlingtonpark’s family fun day on 25th May, all to raise funds for their rescued animals. 

@WetherbyChase is a charity obstacle run on 7th June. For details please visit: http://www.wetherbypeoplechase.co.uk  

Top contributors: 

@kickstartTYACS | @SwannAutomotive | @YorkshireGolf | @Murrayhills | ‏@BessingbyHC | @RPMSLetting | @TaheraMayat | @SwannAutomotive | @YorkshireGolf | @DMP_Surveying | @bridlingtonpark | @EYtraining | @AngelicAngelsJo | @MartinHouseCH | @SubDogTrainer | @weareability | @ManarInfo | @shelaghfinlay | ‏@RavenscarMovie | @mintpoloclothes | @royalhotelbrid | @MillerSports1 | @theacorngallery | @BeverleyHour | @NYImagesukLtd | ‏@humblebeefarm | @Coco_Design | @yorklifestyle | @RyedaleCS | @gbite_paul | @Vintage_Country | @CashforKids1 | @WetherbyChase | @Utopia_Creative | @slatrainingltd | @gartons_yorks | @CISMadeEasy | @PolarCreative | @YorkshireAles | ‏@APFundingPortal | @BeyondThePast1 |

Final note: 

Thank you to everyone who participated, we look forward to tweeting you again next Tuesday between 8pm - 9pm. 

If you haven't already, please complete our quick survey to have your say in how we can improve #EYorksHour: 
http://eyorkshour.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/eyorkshour-feedback.html 

Tweet you later! 

#EYorksHour | 11th March | Roundup

#BeingCommunal is about listening to, engaging and connecting with like minded people to generate ideas and lasting business relationships. We found research that suggests 90% of business leaders in Britain tap into and share advice with other businesses. Therefore we took to #EYorksHour to find out how communal our networkers are and it was evident that we are part of a fantastic community, due to the overwhelming amount of responses we received. 

If you missed last weeks #EYorksHour about #Pancaketoppings then please have a read: http://eyorkshour.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/pancake-topping.html 

But first things first, Tuesday was also the birthday of dedicated #EYorksHour networker and surface pattern designer @S_Fleming12!

Happy Birthday from @EYorksHour!!

In the spirit of #beingcommunal please take a look at Sarah's website: http://t.co/iSrjHjUSeQ

Being Communal: 

Now back to rounding up the hour, and we’ve picked out a collection of tweets that offer an insight into East Yorkshire’s local businesses. 

How much time do you spend tapping into the wisdom of other people around you?

@ChefmartynShaw: loads, especially as a chef I find inspiration and improvements I can make from everywhere.

@TaheraMayat: too much ;) worry I may be annoying them! but if they have experience/knowledge may as well use it :) 

@beerinabottle: I'm watching and learning from fellow networkers #beingcommunal . Hopefully I'll have more to offer when we get up and running!

@ManarInfo: being relatively new to E yorks I am using local contacts and wisdom to help me build a strong network. Have found it Invaluable

Where do you actively find people to help with your business queries and conundrums? 

@SwannAutomotive: we often speak to others in the motor trade if it's a car query, often v.helpful both in person & on twitter 

@ManarInfo: I've met great people through networking events - who've then introduced me to others. Got a great deal for my website this way!

@clientmarketyks: We help businesses by helping with the sales and marketing strategy but most importantly by listening to business owners

@S_Fleming12: Networking online is fab for #beingcommunal and sharing info,advice & work. Twitter being most successful for me. 

How does providing #support and #advice to other local businesses help your business? 

@clientmarketyks: It is nice to follow the #giversgain philosophy by helping others and to have referrals and reciprocal business as a result

@ManarInfo: helps me to always develop and improve my own practices...helped a local women's group with business planning today. Inspired me

@DMP_Surveying: we have a day of yr10 mock interviews tomorrow at Hornsea high, hoping to help the students understand interviews

Have you found networking in an environment such as #EYorksHour makes you more communal? 

@beerinabottle: #beingcommunal definitely helps in the #EYorksHour environment. Everyone so friendly and helpful.

@ManarInfo: Yes definitely...sat in the comfort of my own home but am connecting and hearing about businesses across the area ;)

Highlights: 

@MaryDeacon1 is conducting a survey to investigate opinions of East Yorkshire residents in regards to Hull being the UK City of Culture 2017 for her dissertation. If you would like to take part in this study please visit: http://bit.ly/NFaOlh  and for further information, email marydeacon@hotmail.com

In other news, @YorkshireAles have now opened their new shop in Malton with @BrassCastleBeer and @BrewYorkshire - take a look at their shiny new interior below. 

Congratulations from all of @EYorksHour!

@ManarInfo have funding available to support businesses through, staff training and development including sales, negotiation and management. Check out their website for contact details: http://www.manarassociates.co.uk

@AbstractEM  have a special bundle offer available to help businesses create their online presence. For further details about the offer and other creative services, please visit: http://abstractservices.moonfruit.com/

Plus @TFathomsDesign and @HumBridgeNews are both running competitions at the moment. You can win a Brand Identity package for your business HERE or submit your best shot of the Humber Bridge HERE to be in with a chance of winning £100! Now isn't that exciting?

Interesting fact: 

We reached 1000 followers! 

On the very day of #EYorksHour @twicelovelyuk became our 1000th follower - which is an amazing achievement and we would like to thank everyone who participates, for keeping #EYorksHour going! Please welcome @twicelovelyuk to our network and we look forward to tweeting with you in the coming weeks.

Photo moments: 

@Murrayhills hosted a Macmillan coffee event last year and it’s such a great example of #beingcommunal that we just had to share their team photo. 

Hello from @bridlingtonpark Meerkat, Dot! 

@downtime_mummy took a visit to Beverley Minster and tweeted some brilliant snaps for us to enjoy.

Upcoming events: 

The @HumberStMarket takes place this sunday between 11-4pm with homemade, homegrown & local produce. For stall rates and further information please email: DaveC@fruitspace.co.uk

@clientmarketyks are hosting Lunch & learn on 18th March at Market Weighton Business Centre. Further details: http://bit.ly/1eXGYmy 

@LetsCelebrate99 and @Bridal_Oasis invite you for tea and cakes in aid of 
@TheEveAppeal on 27th March in Goole. 

@emilys_events presents Swish Shimmer and Shine on Thursday 1st May at Lazaat. Buy your tickets and further information: https://www.facebook.com/EmilysCharityEvents  

@WetherbyChase is a charity obstacle run on 7th June. For details please visit: http://www.wetherbypeoplechase.co.uk  

Top contributors: 

@DaisyAppeal | @HumBridgeNews | @LoudhailerUK |
@HumBridgeNews | ‏@S_Fleming12 | ‏@VanaramaYork |
‏@whistlesballoon | ‏@ManarInfo | @beerinabottle | ‏@DMP_Surveying |@ERBLodges | ‏@SwannAutomotive | @mintpoloclothes | 
@ChefmartynShaw | ‏@TaheraMayat | @KerbEdge | @bridlingtonpark | ‏@EtherleighBB | ‏@ManorFarmBeef | @RPMSLetting | 
‏@clientmarketyks | ‏@LetsCelebrate99 | @JoineryWorks | ‏
@downtime_mummy | @Murrayhills | @pierce_jo | @kickstartTYACS | @hull_libraries | @Twisted_Chilli | ‏@EYtraining | @Eastridingmedia | @YorkshireHours | @Yorkfamilyevent | ‏@bobsbikeshull | 
@Konnor_James | @alicrompton | @TonyLPhilips | ‏@YorkshireGin | ‏@Utopia_Creative | @vas_uk | @slatrainingltd | @RumblesCafe | 
@TFathomsDesign |@YorkshireAles | @weddingguideliz | 
@Playforeless | @WhatsOnWhereUK | ‏@love4nwinner | 
@bed_king1 | @TJ_Vending | @CISMadeEasy | @cartaprojects | 
@OakConsult | ‏@WetherbyChase  | @MaryDeacon1 | @twicelovelyuk | @AbstractEM | @Krissie_Akrill |

Final note: 

Thank you to everyone who participated, we look forward to tweeting you again next Tuesday between 8pm - 9pm. 

If you haven't already, please complete our quick survey to have your say in how we can improve #EYorksHour: 
http://eyorkshour.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/eyorkshour-feedback.html 

Tweet you later! 

Being Communal

Yesterday we released a short survey to gather feedback from our networks in order to improve the #EYorksHour experience even further. Have your say in how we shape #EYorksHour by completing our simple questions here: http://eyorkshour.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/eyorkshour-feedback.html 

In the last 6 weeks @EYorksHour have introduced weekly themes to give participants an opportunity to tweet their contribution. Plus a blog that evaluates each hour, making sure that everyone is updated after missing a week or not being able to keep up will the stream of tweets. But we know that more work can be done to create a networking community and change the behaviours of the tweeps who just pop into the hours to promote their product/service and leave.

Therefore the theme this week is 'Being Communal'. 

New research from FundingKnight reveals that 61% of UK business leaders believe that there is a sense of community in British businesses today. 90% tap into and share advice with other businesses associates.

Listening to, working and engaging with like minded people is a great source for generating ideas. 46% said that they actually made their decisions based on gut feelings but 37% said that their best business decisions are made on recommendations and tips from other people. 

With one in five (22%) business leaders being part of business clubs or local networking communities, online platforms are providing a more instant channel for businesses to connect with each other. The research showed that email (53%), Twitter (24%) and LinkedIn (22%) are some of the many ways business leaders keep in touch with associates.

Tonight we want to know how communal you are! Please tweet along with your thoughts and opinions between 8pm - 9pm using #EYorksHour and #BeingCommunal in your tweets. 

• How much time do you spend tapping into the wisdom of other people around you?

• Where do you actively find people to help? 

• What contributions do you like to make? 

• How does providing support and advice help your business? 

• Do you mentor start up businesses? 

• Have you found networking in an environment such as #EYorksHour makes you more communal? 

Also if you missed last weeks #EYorksHour then please check out our #pancaketopping round up based around self promotion HERE

Let us know that you are joining in tonight by sending us a tweet or sharing this weeks #EYorksHour spot below.

Tweet you later!